CMIS 290 - Field Experience in Computer Information Systems

variable Credit: (0 lecture, 0 lab, variable clinical) variable Contact Hours: [Instructor Permission ]

This course consists of a carefully planned cooperative work experience in the medical or general office. Students must complete approved work experience arranged by the instructor, show evidence of satisfactory progress through employer reports and instructor visitations at the office site, and complete a minimum number of hours (dependent on credits earned) during the semester.
Semesters Offered: as needed

Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
**Customized goals and objectives will be developed for each field experience based on job duties. However, the goals and objectives will be based on the program goals listed below.

Goal 1: Apply basic accounting skills in preparing the general ledger, financial statements, basic payroll calculations, and cash management.

Goal 2: Display positive work-related skills and attributes that contribute to obtaining, retaining, or advancing on the job.

Goal 3: Plan and compose acceptable business correspondence.

Goal 4: Use various input software and tools to create, edit, and format documents, spreadsheets, databases and presentations.

Goal 5: Accurately index, file, sort, and retrieve paper and electronic documents that pertain to businesses, governmental agencies, and social service organizations.

Goal 6: Employ appropriate office technology to effectively complete office-related tasks.

Goal 7: Perform work duties in an ethical manner.

Goal 8: Demonstrate knowledge of government regulations relating to the medical industry.

Goal 9: Apply current office procedures in a medical setting.